A prominent defense expert has raised concerns about the potential for Iran’s leadership to persist in power for an extended period, leading to a prolonged and violent conflict dubbed a ‘forever war.’
Professor Anthony Glees, a politics professor at Buckingham University and a former special adviser to the Foreign Office, conveyed to the Mirror that the ongoing conflict may only cease if President Trump withdraws from the joint military operation with Israel.
Despite the swift fall of Ayatollah within hours of the bombardment’s commencement, the absence of a readily available opposition leader to assume control poses a challenge, as the radical Iranian Revolutionary Guards could resort to extreme measures, potentially causing mass casualties to suppress any uprising.
Recent statements by US President Donald Trump indicated the joint US-Israel mission in Iran could endure for four to five weeks or even longer.
Professor Glees cautioned against drawing parallels to past US interventions in Venezuela, emphasizing the significant difference in the potential scale of bloodshed in Iran. He highlighted the ideological fervor of the Iranian regime, noting that attempts at ‘regime change from the air’ are unlikely to incite a revolution due to the regime’s entrenched nature.
Pointing to historical precedents in Iraq and Libya, where aerial regime change efforts failed, the professor underscored the inherent challenges in such tactics.
In response to suspected Iranian drone attacks on RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, the Royal Navy dispatched HMS Dragon, a Type 45 destroyer. The repercussions of this conflict are expected to impact domestic fuel prices and energy bills, with potential repercussions more severe for Britain and Europe than for the US.
Professor Glees warned of Iran’s escalating regional activities, causing turmoil and economic repercussions on global trade and energy costs. While the US remains less vulnerable due to its oil self-sufficiency, other nations face substantial economic repercussions.
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